Alarming news. Guardiola confirms two key players will miss upcoming matches

Guardiola will have to figure out how to replace two of his most valuable players.

Details: At today's press conference ahead of tomorrow's Matchweek 34 Premier League clash against Burnley, Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola delivered worrying updates regarding Rodri and Ruben Dias.

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Guardiola stated that neither Rodri nor Dias will be available for the team in tomorrow’s match, unsettling supporters given the crucial stage of the season, with the Citizens locked in a fierce title battle against Arsenal.

Guardiola did not specify when Rodri and Dias might return, and for now, the reason for Rodri’s absence remains unclear, while Dias is likely still recovering from a hamstring injury.

Currently, Manchester City sit second in the Premier League with 67 points from 32 matches. The Citizens also have a game in hand, which could help them erase the three-point gap to Arsenal, who currently top the table.

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